A Summer Camp Solution on the Upper West Side
Why NYC parents are turning to the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan for structured, activity-packed summer days that actually work for city families.
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Activity Spotlight: Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan đđď¸đ§âđ¤âđ§
The Day Camp programs at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan offer NYC families a structured, highly enriched summer experience on the Upper West Side for children ages 3â10, with programming designed to grow with kids across three divisions. The camp is organized into Lower (ages 3â5), Middle (6â7), and Upper (8â10) divisions, each blending classic day camp fun, like swimming, sports, and outdoor play, with access to the JCCâs extensive indoor facilities, including pools, gym spaces, art studios, and a rooftop playground.
For families looking for a reliable, community-centered camp with strong supervision and a wide activity mix, the JCC stands out as a âone-stopâ summer option in Manhattan. The emphasis on inclusion, social-emotional development, and consistent daily routines makes it particularly appealing for younger campers or families seeking a structured environment where kids can safely explore new interests, build friendships, and stay active all summer long!
Area: NYC
Price: 3 Yrs Full Day Camp ranges from $8,300/9 weeks - $4,000/3 weeks; 3 Yrs Half Day Camp ranges from $6,900/9 weeks - $3,300/3 weeks; 4 - 7 Yrs Camp ranges from $8,700/9 weeks - $4,500/3 weeks; 8 - 10 Yrs Camp ranges from $8,800/9 weeks - $4,600/3 weeks.
Dates: June 16âAugust 13, 2026
Registration: Select the appropriate age group and register for programs online here!
Bonus: After-care is offered through 5:00 pm + lunch is provided for full-day camp!
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What Weâre Working On đâđ
As summer gets closer, weâre spending more time getting out from behind the screen and into camps themselves, especially across NYC. Over the next few weeks, weâll be touring programs, meeting directly with camp staff and directors, and gathering the kinds of real insights you canât get from a website alone. Our goal is to bring parents more original content, honest takeaways, and behind-the-scenes looks at what these camps actually feel like day-to-day, so you can make summer decisions with a little more confidence (and a lot less guesswork).
Cheers,
Your Team at MomBrains